Isiolo abattoir Stories

International investor to operate new Isiolo abattoir as locals await benefits
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 20, 2024

The Isiolo abattoir has faced several setbacks which have led to its stalling over the past 17 years.

Isiolo County morgue reopens after eight-month closure for renovations
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 06, 2024

Prior to its closure, the facility could accommodate only 12 bodies, but it often exceeded this capacity, holding as many as 33 unclaimed bodies at on...

Farming keeps youth in Isiolo off drug abuse
Waweru Wairimu  |  May 05, 2024

With support from various organisations like the World Food Programme, the youth are now changing the narrative by venturing into vertical bag farming...

Rehabilitation works begin at the Isiolo county mortuary
Eastleigh Voice Reporter  |  Apr 10, 2024

The inclusive design of the renovation project includes provisions for Muslim funeral arrangements, acknowledging the religious diversity of the regio...

Sh850 million Isiolo abattoir to be completed in 90 days - CS Linturi
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 23, 2024

The Sh850 million facility whose construction began 16 years ago, is expected to provide ready-market for farmers in the region when operations begin.

16-year wait finally delivers Isiolo abattoir that will change locals' livelihoods
Abdullahi Mohammed  |  Feb 15, 2024

When operations begin in the next few months, the abattoir will slaughter up to 1,800 animals daily for export, offering new income streams to over 20...

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